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SIB 61 20 15: Battery warning message
Battery warning message on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2016); the fix is replacing the affected part.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147258 · Sep 2015 · also written SI B61 20 15, B612015
What it covers
A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.
Check Control Messages for the 12 Volt Battery are Displayed. Sporadically, one or more of the following Check Control Messages may be displayed. The vehicle starts without problems and after a key cycle, the messages are gone.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 61 20 15 Also written: SI B61 20 15, B612015, 61 20 15, SIB-61-20-15, SI B612015 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10147258 |
| Document IDs filed | B612015 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8 |
| Model years | 2014–2016 |
| Chassis | I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery |
Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.
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Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communications (public data). BimmerBench is not affiliated with BMW or NHTSA. The title and description above are our own plain-English summary; the full bulletin is BMW's document, linked above.